The announcement comes as the Houston oil company is scheduled to be arraigned this Wednesday in Santa Barbara Superior Court on 21 criminal charges for violating state and federal environmental law.
The driver remains on scene of Tuesday-morning collision; authorities say that DUI is not a factor as investigation continues.
The city has begun shaping its 30-year Waterfront Adaptation Plan, outlining short-term fixes and long-term goals.
State Street Ballet performs three works for kids of all ages at the Lobero.
And it’s in your house right now!
An anonymous donor has pledged $1 million for upgrades if the park can raise $200,000 by May 1, 2026.
Barista bragging rights go to Robert Bertha.
Paintings by Michael Vilkin at ART & SOUL GALLERY
Thu, Apr 02 5:00 PM
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Mesa Harmony Garden Spring Plant Sale
Sat, Apr 04 9:00 AM
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Journey Within: Wisdom & Meditation with Gurudev
Thu, Apr 09 7:00 PM
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Music & Meditation SB – Concert April 10, 2026
Fri, Apr 10 2:00 PM
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Downtown Salsa & Bachata Dancing
Wed, Apr 01 6:00 PM
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Justin Hayward – The Story In Your Eyes Tour
Wed, Apr 01 7:30 PM
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S.B. Rescue Mission Annual Easter Feast
Thu, Apr 02 2:00 PM
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Organic Soup Kitchen’s Souper Bloom Soup Social!
Thu, Apr 02 4:00 PM
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Exhibit Opening: The Santa Barbara Independent: ‘Covering 40 Years’
Thu, Apr 02 5:00 PM
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Ensemble Theatre Company Presents “A Night with Janis Joplin”
Fri, Apr 03 2:00 PM
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Filipinos’ Contributions to Once Making Lompoc…
Fri, Apr 03 5:00 PM
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Fri, Apr 03 7:30 PM
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Mesa Harmony Garden Spring Plant Sale
Sat, Apr 04 9:00 AM
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Passport Fair, hosted by Congressman Salud Carbajal
Sat, Apr 04 9:00 AM
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Arts & Entertainment
Santa Barbara Symphony’s ‘Bella Italia’ program leaned into Italian fare, including an impressive new accordion concerto featuring virtuoso accordionist Hanzhi Wang.
Food & Drink
Santa Barbara’s culinary scene veteran Emma West Roldan is now selling prepared foods, picnic supplies, paper towels, and much more on West Gutierrez Street.
Living
More than 18 bands and 13 deejay sets are slated for Saturday’s sanctioned spring festival, which promises free food for residents.
Sports
UCSB baseball will travel to No. 12 ranked USC on Tuesday.
Real Estate
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties proudly announces that longtime Santa Barbara Realtor® Mark Schneidman has been named to RISMedia’s 2026 Real Estate Newsmakers Class in the Influencer category. The national recognition honors industry professionals who drive meaningful change through leadership, innovation and measurable impact across the real estate industry.
